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Job Description:

Resident Engineer (Road & Infrastructure)

Abu Dhabi, Al Dhafra region, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Resident Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to p lan, schedule, supervise, and exercise administrative authority over all field of engineering work .

What You'll Be Doing:

• Act as, and fulfil the duties of, the Engineer with regards to assigned duties and delegated authority and be directly responsible to the Employer during the construction of the Works.

• Communicate directly with the Contractor.

• Observe and inspect the Contractor’s construction activities.

• Issue orders/direction to the Contractor to correct any activities, work, materials and/or equipment which are not in compliance with the Contract.

• Direct, assist and monitor the performance of the construction supervision team working on the construction of the roadworks and associated works including the site engineers, the work inspectors and the surveyors.

• Provide assistance, information and advice to the Employer regarding the issuance of variations and adjustments to the settlement of the Contractor’s accounts.

• Provide assistance, information and advice to the Employer regarding the issuance of instructions involving financial matters.

• Provide recommendations to the Employer for Contractor payments.

• Provide recommendations to the Employer for claims and variation orders.

• Advise on contractual and construction matters regarding roadworks and associated works, utility diversions and installations, traffic diversions, road furniture and other related works.

• Keep pertinent and proper site records.

• Review all fabrication/shop/working/as-built drawings, design proposals, method statements, material submissions, any requests for information relating to the roadworks and associated works.

• Maintain the Resident Engineers’ daily diary and daily diaries and reports by his subordinates.

• Generally supervise, review, monitor and report on progress of the roadworks and associated works.

• Prepare progress reports as applicable.

• Check and measure the performed work and record/report on actual vs. planned progress.

• Coordinate with Parsons' design Engineers for resolution of related issues.

• Coordinate with the Contractor on scheduling and application of resources.

• Coordinate with Client/PMC, the Contractor and related concerned Authorities.

• Ensure safety goals are achieved on the project and oversee implementation of safety procedures on the project.

• Liaise with all parties for site safety and quality of works.

• Submit reports to the Employer on any accidents or near misses that take place on site.

• Review the Contractors’ HSE reports.

• Act positively and participate in all health and safety issues at site.

• Comply with safety, health and risk management requirements.

• Convene and chair regular site meetings.

• Issue additional drawings etc. as required in coordination with the design office.

• Ensure prompt exchange of correspondence and approvals.

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of records.

• Report back as necessary to SRE/CM or Project Manager.

• Participate in contract administration.

• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• University BSc (Preferably MSc) Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 15 years engineering experience and, depending on the assignment, a minimum of 10 years' experience in the specific infrastructure works.

• Demonstrable experience in all aspects of supervision on major road and general infrastructure projects preferably in the Gulf region.

• Chartered Engineer or Professional Engineer (PE) registration or other similar professional organizations preferred.

• Emphasis on Quality Assurance Specifications and Statistical Quality Control.

• Have a sound knowledge about contractual relationships.

• Must be fully computer literate and able to utilize computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, etc. and any project specific engineering and construction relevant software.

• Registered as practicing engineer in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi or should have an equivalency certificate.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Requires a comprehensive knowledge of engineering and construction related processes, as well as industry practices.

• Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, a familiarity with CAD and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering and construction, and the proven ability for performing in a supervisory capacity on a project

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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